A charming portrait of the true South, Mississippi calls to mind rocking chairs on front porches, paddleboats winding their way lazily down rivers, antebellum mansions, and century-old oak trees spreading out their limbs for shade. Mississippi features a beautiful coastline, long stretches of forests, rolling farmlands, and cities brimming with old-fashioned Southern charm. This is a beautiful state to visit—for people and their pets.

Whether you want to take Fido or Fluffy on a sightseeing drive through Mississippi’s countryside, or on a fishing, hiking, or boating trip, this Southern gem has a lot to offer travelers and their four-legged friends. There are also dog friendly beaches to be found in Bay St. Louis, Pascagoula, Ocean Springs, and Waveland, as well as a number of pet friendly restaurants to be found across the state.

Finding lodging that will suit both you and your pet is easy in Mississippi. From oceanfront vacation rentals, to secluded bed and breakfasts, to hotels, motels and inns, there are establishments waiting to accommodate you and your faithful travel buddy.

Top 10 Pet Friendly Cities in Mississippi
Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, Hattiesburg, Biloxi, Meridian, Tupelo, Olive Branch, Horn Lake, Pearl